Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas has been forced to call the police after a stalker allegedly targeted her and tried to take pictures of her house
Fearful Shirley Ballas called in police after being targeted by an alleged stalker who was seen taking photos of her house and car. The Strictly Come Dancing favourite, 63, told how the man - who believes he knows her - also "lunged" at her in one alarming episode.
Speaking exclusively on the Mirror's Invite Only podcast, Shirley said: "There was one particular person who was kind of stalking me. That is under investigation at the moment, as we speak. I know his computer and phone, everything has been confiscated. He was taking pictures of my house, he had my house, he had my car. So, yes, there have been times when I have been fearful."
"So, you know, I always have George, the guy who's driven me for the last five years, get out of the car first, always scanning. I wouldn't say it's the healthiest thing. You know, I like to be kind of like a free bird, but we're coming into times now where you have to be more vigilant of yourself." She went on: "I am a very vigilant person. When I go out, I'm careful not to go alone. If it's at night, I'm always a little bit nervous. There's what you read on social media, particularly with Holly - her experiences. So, yeah, I don't take anything lightly. There are many amazing people, but there are a few strange people out there. It's quite hard, and makes you always a little bit more precautious.
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